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  • Residency: Veronica Dorsett

    Meet Veronica Dorsett, our latest artist in residence in The Current ECCHO art studio!

  • ‘Small Tings’ by Dyah Neilson

    During her residency, Neilson has continued to explore the art of still life, focusing on small-format paintings that showcase Bahamian trinkets and everyday objects in her signature style.

  • FUZE Art Fair 2024

    Get ready! The second installment of FUZE will be held at Baha Mar as part of this year’s Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival October 23rd - 27th, 2024. Come explore the rich culture that the Caribbean visual art communities have to offer.

  • HEXAGON

    Hexagons represent the shape of a comb that houses bees, but The Current uses it as a construct for its moth, symbolizing strength and stability. Our goal for these artists is to create a long-term relationship by representing them locally, regionally, and internationally.

About The Current

Much more than a vast collection of contemporary art, The Current: Baha Mar Gallery and Art Center is home to the ECCHO museum, the highly acclaimed Fairwind Exhibition, and one of the largest collections of Bahamian Art located in Nassau, The Bahamas. We believe creativity is a key component of health and happiness and a core skill to practice. Through captivating exhibitions, partnerships with local art collectors, artist residencies, dynamic tours, art lessons, workshops and talks our goal is to provide a platform to position Bahamian art on a global stage. In addition to this, our boutique provides a cultural shopping experience with a variety of authentic Bahamian merchandise, while offering custom framing and fine art reproductions. A part of The Current's missions to satisfy the cultural responsibilities of the Baha Mar Resort Foundation all to create the larger context of what Art Direction ‘is’ for Baha Mar.

Artists

The Current represents a wide-array of the most talented artists in the Bahamas today. Explore our online gallery where you can experience and purchase pieces from the exceptional selection of original Bahamian artwork, as well as classic prints, maps, and more.

Boutique

The Current Boutique offers a bespoke collection of original handcrafted Bahamian goods, prints, apparel, accessories, home décor, ceramics, jewelry and one-of-kind gifts. Every item at the boutique has been carefully selected from the most talented local artisans and craftspeople in the Bahamas.

Services

The Current offers a wide range of services for individuals and corporations alike. From our Frame Shop, with experts in custom framing for fine art, prints, photography or any other framing need, to our Black Glove curatorial services which includes art consultation, original production, framing, transportation, and installation.

Happenings

The Current is focused on promoting a strong creative community in the Bahamas through captivating exhibitions, workshops and lectures, and classes. We welcome all to experience the power of art in The Bahamas.

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HEXAGON

HEXAGON is an unparalleled artist initiative at the core of The Current Gallery & Art Center’s 2024 programming. This group of exceptional artists will bring a wide breath of artistic expression through exhibitions, lectures, and workshops throughout the year.

The Fairwind Exhibition

The ideologies, beliefs and lifestyles that have shaped the culture of The Bahamas weave their way through this diverse display designed to inform, inspire and expose the soul of this unique archipelago nation. Encompassing more than 100 years of Bahamian art, the exhibition utilizes paintings, photography, sculpture, and artifacts.